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An extreme close-up shot of creamy honey butter skillet corn, showing the texture of the kernels coated in the glossy sauce.

Honey Butter Skillet Corn: The Ultimate 20-Minute Side Dish

This Honey Butter Skillet Corn is the ultimate easy side dish! Sweet corn is pan-seared until tender and coated in a luscious honey butter garlic sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes with just 6 simple ingredients!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups Corn Kernels fresh or frozen
  • 4 tbsp Salted Butter
  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 2 cloves Garlic finely minced
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet (Cast Iron Recommended)
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons

Instructions
 

  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the corn to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the corn is tender and lightly charred.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the honey, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the corn.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in the chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Variations: Add crumbled bacon, cotija cheese, or a dash of smoked paprika for a different flavor profile.
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